Behavior Intervention Specialist - Residential Group Home

Daybreak Independent Services, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 33,062 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Anthem BCBS Premium Medical Health Insurance

Life Insurance Benefits

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid sick and vacation time

Job summary

Daybreak Independent Services, Inc. is looking for a full-time Behavior Intervention Specialist for residential group homes in New York. This role involves planning and implementing Behavior Support Plans for individuals with developmental disabilities. Successful candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Driver's License. Preferred qualifications include certification in Applied Behavior Analysis and experience in residential settings. The position offers health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off after a 3-month introductory period.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field is mandatory.
• Driver's License required for transportation between work locations.
• Experience with applied behavior analysis and developmental disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement person-centered Behavior Support Plans.
• Train Team Leaders & Direct Support Professionals.
• Ensure accurate data collection and review trends.

Skills

Planning

Crisis management

Behavior Support Plans implementation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or Mental Health field

Tools

Behavior Analysis Certification

Job description

Behavior Intervention Specialist - Residential Group Home

About Daybreak Independent Services, Inc.

In 2010, Daybreak Independent Services opened its doors for individuals with developmental disabilities to learn and apply their skills in a traditional work setting. Since then, Daybreak has expanded its mission to multiple locations adding both people and additional services. DBIS Serves hundreds of New Yorkers living with developmental disabilities. Partnerships with local businesses like Stew Leonard, TJ Maxx, and Marshalls have allowed the vision to grow exponentially. In addition, taking on residential programs has allowed us to serve those that need round-the-clock supervision. It's only the beginning. As we change lives every day, we change in the process. So the work continues, and we look forward to what lies ahead.

Job Title: Behavior Intervention Specialist - Residential Group Home

Reports to: BIS Coordinator

Location: Multi-location (Queens and Bronx)

Job Classification: Full-time 40 hrs per week

FLSA: Non-exempt

Salary: $24.00 - 25.00 per hour

Brief Job Description: DBIS is a not-for-profit agency located in New York City that serves individuals with developmental disabilities. The Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) is responsible for planning and implementing person-centered Behavior Support Plans. In addition, the Behavior Intervention Specialist works hands-on to redirect maladaptive behaviors, assist in crisis management, and provide individual counseling.

• Planning, coordination, and implementing Behavior Support Plans
• Train and supervise Team Leaders & Direct Support Professionals in implementing Behavior Support Plans.
• Ensuring accurate data collection, reviewing ABC sheets, and assessing trends
• Conduct behavior review meetings, document, and disseminate results.
• Maintain open communication with the program, clinical and administrative staff.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or Mental Health field.
• Must have a Driver's License to communicate between Group home and office.

Preferences:

• The agency prefers candidates with certification in Applied Behavior Analysis (e.g., BCBA or RBT) and previous experience with adults with developmental disabilities in residential and Day Habilitation settings.

Additional Details: The primary mission of DBIS is to provide quality service to our individuals in a professional and caring manner. The most critical resource we have to accomplish this task is our employees. There is no intervention to implement without competent, physically and mentally prepared employees to carry out this tremendous responsibility.

What’s there for Me

• Anthem BCBS Premium Medical Health Insurance
• Life Insurance Benefits
• 403(b) Retirement Plan, 2% bonus match based on Agency Fiscal year ending turnover
• Short term disability
• Term Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid sick and vacation time to eligible full-time employees after completing a 3-months introductory period.